Spokane is fortunate to have a prominent private-sector interest here that's willing to step up and take a leadership role in addressing the complex issue of homelessness.

It's time to get back to business in downtown Spokane. Employers with a presence in the city's core should bring back employees as quickly-and as safely-as they can. The presence of a workforce is much needed and will help to cure many of the

Expanding the downtown Business Improvement District, in concept, is a good idea. But the city should do so only if property owners buy into the plan and nonprofits opt in to do their part.

Inland Power & Light has named longtime electric cooperative executive Jasen Bronec as its new CEO. Bronec, who is scheduled to start Aug. 23, will replace Chad Jensen, who disclosed plans to retire late last year after nearly a decade as the organizat

As the Spokane economy looks to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the return of the especially hard-hit tourism and hospitality industry is being boosted by the sports-travel sector, which is on a roll and gaining momentum.

The leadership landscape in Spokane is changing, with a handful of prominent organizations starting formal searches for new presidents and CEOs and the expected increase in retirements in the future.

As we endeavor to return to normalcy following more than a year of pandemic induced disruptions, we need to ensure our downtown is an inviting place where everyone feels comfortable returning.